Mechanical Maintenance TrainingIt could be argued that all engineers should hold at least some basic mechanical maintenance skills. This 4day course responds directly to that need with a good blend of theory and practice making it ideal for electricians, line engineers, technical operators and service engineers

Mechanical Maintenance Trainingat Blackburn BTMC

This is a very popular 4day Mechanical Maintenance Skills Course

Here is just a very brief overview of the course operations, please ask for the Learning Outcomes Pack for this course, this clearly defines the course structure and identifies all of the learning points and assessments.

Precision measurement using micrometer and vernier

Basic Limits Fits and Tolerances

Lubrication Theory, Lubrication types and properties

Practical lubrication systems

Engineering fastener types and applications

Identification of threads by measurement:-

Good dismantling and re-assembly practice

Overview of flat belt types

V belt types and belt codes

Tensioning methods for toothed belts

Inspection of belts, pulleys and sprockets

Chain types and applications

Comparison of BSI and ANSI chains, chain terminology

Breaking and making chain links

Sprocket and shaft alignment

Chain slack adjustment and calculations, chain stretch

Inspection of chain sprockets and chain lubrication

History of bearing development

Plain bearing bushes and materials

Definition of radial and axial loads

Ball bearing types, radial, thrust, angular contact

Roller bearing types, radial, needle, taper

Self aligning pillow block

Inspection of rolling element bearings

Bearing removal and installation methods and tools

LocationThese 4day courses are carried out at our training venue at BTMC Blackburn

CostsEach course costs just £745+Vat per delegate at BTMC Blackburn. For each course there is an optional EAL Certificate of Verified Achievement at £55 per course on satisfactory completion.

Skills Assessments or ReviewPractical Skills Assessments can be carried out at BTMC Blackburn to assess training needs.

Written testing or examinations can be carried out at BTMC Blackburn or online if preferred.